i am but a small boy

About This Movie

This animated short, 'I Am But a Small Boy', drips with an unsettling atmosphere. The boy’s tale of the tikbalang unfolds slowly, weaving a sense of dread that lingers long after the credits roll. The animation style is raw and almost haunting, enhancing the folklore elements while capturing the child’s internal struggle. Themes of identity and trauma are explored through a lens of terror, making it distinctive in the animation genre. It’s not just a story about folklore; it’s a deep dive into a child’s psyche, wrapped in layers of horror and fantasy. It’s curious and dark, with a pacing that balances tension and introspection.

This short has had limited releases, often appearing in niche animation festivals, which adds to its rarity. Finding it on physical media is becoming increasingly difficult, with only a few copies surfacing in collector circles. Interest seems to be growing among enthusiasts of unconventional animation, especially those drawn to horror and folklore narratives.